Gulf House Restaurant

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• G

  Google user

  ·1 month ago

  “What a different way dinning experience and thanks for bringing this cultural over, having the own room is a lovely atmosphere. Great friendly services made it such more memorable . Thanks for great taste food and fantastic service.”

• G

  Google user

  ·1 month ago

  “Extremely disappointed with this place. It was incredibly expensive — I paid over £41 for a lamb shoulder, and what arrived was tiny, nowhere near the size you’d expect for that price. Even if it was meant to be a full shoulder, it was so small it felt like a complete rip-off. The hygiene and cleanliness are honestly shocking. The carpet has gone from whatever colour it was meant to be to completely black — absolutely filthy. The handrail going downstairs was black with dirt, half the paint is missing, and the whole place feels unhygienic. The kitchen area looked grim too — it really doesn’t feel like a clean or safe environment. For £41 you can get excellent food at so many better places nearby. This was overpriced, the portion was tiny, and the whole place is dirty and run-down. I won’t be coming back and I can’t recommend it to anyone. Avoid.”

• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “A very good restaurant where you can try several dishes from different Gulf countries. The portions were very generous, and the piece of meat was simply succulent. Thank you for the warm welcome. The place is comfortable; you can sit on the floor and take off your shoes at the entrance. I would just add some fans, as it was a little warm.”

• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “This was honestly one of the most disappointing restaurant experiences I have ever had, and I genuinely cannot understand why this place has such high ratings. Based on my experience, I would not recommend Gulf Restaurant in Liverpool to anyone. The first problem was finding the restaurant. We had to drive around the area two or three times before we eventually found it because it was so difficult to locate. After all that effort, we walked inside expecting something worthwhile, but instead found a very small restaurant with limited seating. It certainly wasn't what I expected after reading all the positive reviews online. The next disappointment was the food portions. I ordered the lamb mandi, which cost £14, and I was shocked by how little food was served. The portion was tiny for the price. I completely understand that inflation has increased costs for restaurants, but if you're charging premium prices, then customers should receive a proper meal that leaves them satisfied. Instead, it felt like I was paying a lot of money for a portion that was far too small. I left feeling disappointed and still hungry. Then came the food itself, which was even worse. The rice was dry and hard to chew, and the lamb was extremely tough. It certainly didn't taste fresh to me, and the quality was nowhere near what I expected from a restaurant specialising in mandi. There were so many herbs and spices mixed into the rice that they completely overpowered everything else. Instead of enjoying the flavour of the meat, all I could taste was an overwhelming amount of seasoning. The entire meal was unpleasant, and I honestly regretted spending my money on it. What made the experience even more surprising was how empty the restaurant was. We visited on a Saturday evening at around 6:00 pm, which is normally one of the busiest times for restaurants. Instead, the place was almost empty. We were seated immediately because there were hardly any customers there. The atmosphere felt lifeless, and the restaurant lacked the welcoming, busy feeling that you would normally expect from a popular Middle Eastern restaurant. After reading all the glowing reviews online, I expected amazing food and excellent value for money. Unfortunately, the reality was completely different. The food quality was poor, the portions were disappointing, the prices were too high for what was served, the restaurant was difficult to find, and the atmosphere was flat because there were so few customers. Overall, this visit was a complete waste of money and a huge disappointment. I've eaten at many Middle Eastern restaurants across the UK, and this was, without question, one of the worst experiences I've personally had. I won't be returning, and I certainly wouldn't recommend it to anyone looking for authentic, good-quality mandi. Save your money and choose somewhere else.”

• G

  Google user

  ·2 months ago

  “We tried the Lamb Mandi, Fahsa, and Hummus. The atmosphere and service were amazing—the staff were truly warm and welcoming from the heart. However, I wouldn't return for the Lamb Mandi, which was the main reason for our visit; the taste was far away and it didn't feel fresh. Please keep trying and wishing you the best”

• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “Order their Lamb mandi today, It was piping hot When arrived. portion was generous, Meat Chunky and perfectly cooked. Rice was nicely seasoned however we missed the charcoal flavour and the salad. sauces were really nice. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed my meal. Definitely I will order again.”

• G

  Google user

  ·5 months ago

  “Had a great first experience at Gulf House Restaurant. Loved the traditional style of eating—sitting together and sharing a huge platter made it feel really authentic and something a bit different. The lamb was full of flavour and perfectly cooked, and the fresh bread on the side was spot on. A really enjoyable way to experience a different culture, and definitely somewhere I’d recommend trying at least once.”

• G

  Google user

  ·5 months ago

  “Gulf House Liverpool offers a beautifully designed, authentic Gulf-style setting that immediately stands out. The ambience and aesthetics create high expectations for the dining experience. Unfortunately, the food did not live up to that promise. The lamb mandi was disappointingly flavourless, the lamb soup lacked actual pieces of lamb, and the lamb fahsah also fell short in taste. Overall, while the atmosphere is impressive, the food quality was underwhelming—disappointing to say the least.”

• G

  Google user

  ·5 months ago

  “It was a great experience with a few let-downs. Big portions to compensate for the higher prices. Really nice waitresses, thank you Fatima. Not sure why the kebsat la7ma was chicken rather than red meat but that was listed on the menu. Im also not sure why a kebsah didnt have nuts but had caramelised onions and peppers in it, which wasnt mentioned on the menu?? It was also pretty greasy. The hummus tasted old. The karak was good and the bread was very tasty and fresh. My friend hurt his teeth biting into some very hard spice in the bread for some reason? Ive never had umm 3ali with cheese before, which should be mentioned on the menu. The texture was very strange to me compared to the other umm 3alis which I have had and the taste was unappetising. I wouldnt be bothered about it but I would have got another dessert if I had known. Overall I would recommend probably getting the mandhi if you go. I might be back but it was a bit of a strange experience, the service was great and is what made it tolerable.”

• G

  Google user

  ·5 months ago

  “Good food and a pleasant ambience overall. However, I was disappointed with the service. There were three of us, and one of the main reasons we chose this place was to enjoy the private dining experience along with the food. When we requested a private dining space, the staff member who greeted us informed us that it wasn’t available for just three people. We accepted this and were seated in the main dining area. We ordered mutton mandi and chicken mandi, and the food was excellent. However, towards the end of our meal, I noticed two other guests arrive and request private dining. Without any hesitation, they were accommodated immediately. This inconsistency in service was quite disappointing and affected our overall experience.”